How does background knowledge help you understand what your reading?

Read these two paragraphs from the story Hummingbird and Heron:

Heron and Hummingbird both loved to eat fish from the river. Every morning, Heron would fish to her heart's content, eating until her stomach was so round and heavy that she had to waddle back to shore. Every afternoon, Hummingbird would fish and feast until he was so heavy that his tiny, buzzing wings could no longer keep him in the air. Heron and Hummingbird thought they were the luckiest birds in the world.

One afternoon, Hummingbird did not catch as many fish as usual. He fished and he fished, but his line came up empty more times than it ever had before. He flew to Heron's house.

If the first paragraph introduced a third character that also ate fish, how might the next paragraph change?

A. Instead of the Hummingbird not catching as many fish as usual, the paragraph might be about Hummingbird catching a large number of fish.
B. Instead of the Hummingbird immediately flying to Heron's house, the paragraph might have Hummingbird not telling anyone about the empty line.
C. Instead of the Hummingbird fishing, the paragraph might be about Hummingbird taking a long nap and resting in a tree.
D. Instead of the Hummingbird immediately flying to Heron's house, the paragraph might be about Hummingbird trying to figure out who ate all the fish.

Can someone help with my story. We have to create a story that is 2 pages longs. Please tell me what you personality think.
I am Hyakkimaru Amami and this is the story of “Hope’s Peak Academy” the 80th division. It started when I was going home from my first day of high school in Hakia. I was walking on the sidewalk admiring the pink cherry blossoms and then I suddenly remembered my mother wanted me to get ingredients for miso soup for dinner tonight. So I checked my backpack for some money, I had some, but I forgot to close it. Then a gust of wind came and took my English essay assignment. As an instinct I chased my papers as the wind was dancing with them, slowly picking them up one by one as they fell on the street. I kept picking them up until I realized how far away I was from my home and the city. Then I saw the last paper, right when I was about to pick it up, I looked up and saw a large, old, crumbled-down building. Then I picked the paper up, right when I was about to leave, I saw a sign. But I wouldn't make out what it was because of the moss and dust on it. Because of curiosity, I took the yucky moss off, then I blew the sight hard. “Coughing” After that, I read what the sign said, it said “Hope's Peak Academy”. Right, when I was about to leave, I was blinded by a bright white light, not knowing where I saw going, I stumbled into the building and that's where it all began.

Which of the following is an example of simile?
Sarah dances like a ballerina.
That smell was from expired milk? I thought there was a garbage can in our fridge.
A shooting star scratched fire across the atmosphere
My dad is always such a pig when he eats barbecue.

Please write a paragraph about the Cold War. If you do, 100 points. NO CHEATING

How are the inhabitants of the otherworld in "Sayadio in Spirit-land" similar to those in "Valhalla: Hall of the Chosen Slain"?

They both cannot communicate with anyone outside the spirit world.

They both are continually honored for their bravery in battle.

They both seem content and perfectly happy where they are.

They both long to return to their physical lives on earth.

Item 6
Too Fast

Batnik’s father was a great inventor. He had created many things that made people’s lives easier. One of his inventions was a car that could operate on both water and land; this car was Batnik’s favorite. On water, it could float and travel at speeds up to 80 miles per hour. But on land, it could travel at speeds over 200 miles per hour. Batnik’s father had created this special car to help people from their island get to the mainland and other islands faster. When Batnik's father was a boy, the only method of travel from one island to another was by ferry, and the trip often took hours. People who were sick and needed medical help from the mainland would have to endure the long crossing or not go at all because of delays. Batnik’s father loved his homeland and wanted to ease the burden on the people, so he created the water car.

When he showed the car to Batnik, Batnik’s father warned Batnik that the car should not be driven at the maximum speed on land or water because the engine could burst into flame. One day when his father was away, Batnik decided that he wanted to show the car to his friends. He drove it on the water, at first going only half the possible speed. Then, as his excitement grew, he increased his speed on the water and was nearing maximum speed. When he reached the land, he continued to accelerate. His exhilaration grew. Like the mythological Greek boy Icarus, who flew too close to the sun, Batnik forgot his father’s warning and pushed the gas pedal to the floor. When the car exceeded 200 miles per hour, it burst into flames.
In the myth of “Daedalus and Icarus,” Icarus becomes enraptured by the ability to fly, defies his father's order to not fly too close to the sun, and suffers dreadful consequences as a result.

How is Batnik’s story in "Too Fast" like that of Icarus from the Greek myth?


Both stories are about boys who love to travel at great speeds.

Both stories are about sons who improve their fathers’ inventions.

Both stories are about boys who are great inventors.

Both stories are about sons who suffer terrible fates after not following instructions.

Which of the following is a statement describing the way something happened?(1 point)

discussion

evidence

a claim

a reason

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How is mood different from tone?
A) mood is when the writer only uses denotations of words, and tone is when writers only use connotations of words.

B) mood is the atmosphere the writer wants the reader to feel, and tone is a writer’s feelings toward a topic.

C)mood is how the writer feels about the audience, and tone is how the audience feels about the writer.

D) mood id a writers feelings toward a topic and tone is the atmosphere the writer wants the reader to feel.

the answer is 5 meters aPre-Writing Organizer: Author's Craft Elements
“There Will Come Soft Rains” Ray Bradbury

What is the relationship between man and nature in the text? How do you know? (Evidence from the text)
Relationship= how do these entities co-exist, or interact with one another?









Man
Nature


-rain


- fire


- dawen, sunrise


-Water


- sand


- dirt


Author’s Craft Element
(These must help show the relationship you explained above)
Text Evidence (Example from the text that shows this author’s craft element)
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3.


4.


5.



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Item 2 In Twelfth Night, which event is part of the resolution? Viola and Sebastian are shipwrecked. Malvolio receives a love letter. Viola, disguised as Cesario, meets Olivia. Sir Toby and Maria are married.

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(Also Jared, 19 who never learned how to read if ykyk)

one example of verbal irony in the lion the witch and the wardrobe

who ever gets this will get a brainlest and a good rating. The outsiders

PLEASE HELP ASAP AGAIN (fever 1793 book)

In your own words, explain digital literacy to me. Example: Digital literacy is...

Read this sentence.

Healthy human cells work to achieve homeostasis, or equilibrium.

Based on your knowledge that equilibrium means "balance," what is the best definition of equality?


even-handedness or impartiality

different in value

contrast in quality or nature

mental tranquility

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the author discusses how what you choose to eat matters. How can you help reduce the emission of greenhouse gases by making different choices about what you eat?

Which character archetype does Andromeda represent in the story of Perseus? hero mentor sidekick damsel in distress

Which of these is a prepositional phrase?
A. desperately
B. we wished
C. to see a puppy
D. under the tree
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Kites: Birds of Glory

As a rule, raptors, or birds of prey, are among the most admired and adored birds in the world. From the California condor to the snowy owl, few birds compare to the tigers of the air: the great hunters whose beauty and skill have inspired art and literature for centuries. The most glorious feathers of the peacock or the vibrant plumage of a bunting cannot compete with the power of a peregrine falcon or the determination of an osprey. Included in this group of hunters, however, is one bird of prey that is little known but equally impressive. The kites of the world are generally smaller than most raptors, but just as astonishing in skill and grace as any other hunter of the skies.

Most people think of paper or cloth structures flown with string from the ground when the word 'kite' is used. In addition to these popular toys, kite can also refer to a type of raptor. Kites have a small head, a short beak and long narrow wings and tail. Kites can be found all over the world in mostly warm regions. Kites live on a variety of prey—from insects to small rodents or reptiles. Some kites eat only one kind of prey. Kites are generally masterful in the air and represent a group of birds that are among the most acrobatic of fliers.

Two of the most familiar kites in the Southern United States are the swallow-tailed kite and the Mississippi kite. The Mississippi kite is rather plain to look at: a light brown and gray body with a buff or white colored head. But to watch a Mississippi kite fly is to watch a ballet in the air. These raptors eat primarily flying insects, so they do most of their hunting on the wing. As you might imagine, catching flying insects requires a great deal of agility and speed. If you are lucky enough to see one in flight, you will be amazed at the quick turns, graceful moves, and speedy pursuits of this bird. Look for them above large fields, especially during the summer.

The swallow-tailed kite, also common in the South, is more easily identifiable and often seen flying over roads. With black wings and tail, white head and body, and a forked or swallow-like tail, this raptor is just as acrobatic as the Mississippi kite. Swallow-tailed kites like flying over highways in the summer as they can take advantage of the thermals, or columns of warmed air, that rise above the pavement. Once they have climbed to sufficient height, swallow-tails will glide, looking for snakes and reptiles and insects. They also eat small rodents, frogs, and other birds on occasion. Watching a swallow-tail fly is a lot like watching a gymnast perform a floor routine. Rarely flapping its wings, it uses its forked tail to make sharp turns, trace circles in the sky, or simply maintain a heading. Skilled, accomplished, and graceful, this bird is as entertaining as it is beautiful.

Both kites are known to eat while flying, unlike most other birds of prey. This practice conserves energy and allows them to hunt almost continuously. While these kites are not listed as endangered, they are rare and in some states are listed as critical. Loss of habitat is the main reason for the decline. If you are lucky enough to see one, count yourself among the few. These magnificent birds are a sight you won't soon forget.

How does the author develop the idea that kites are skillful fliers? Use details and quotations from the text to support your answer.

what is your favorite form in Dragon ball z all you z fans

Part A: In paragraph 12 of ''Energy Story'' what does the word ''circuit'' mean?

Passage A–One way to enjoy a healthier lifestyle is to grow your own vegetables. That way, you know they are free from harmful chemicals. Where do you start if you want to grow your own healthy food? Start with the soil.

If this is your first adventure in gardening, start small. Choose plants that are easy to tend and that will grow well in the soil you have. Deciding what to grow is the first step and it will help decide how big of a garden you want. Not all plants grow in the same way. You have to consider which plants prefer sunlight and which prefer shade. This will help with picking the best spot for your garden.

Once you have decided where you will plant your garden, you can move on to planning your garden's layout. You don't want your tall plants growing next to the shorter ones and blocking out the sun. You also want to make sure there is enough room between the rows to allow for weeding. Proper planning makes planting a breeze.

Passage B–It is more expensive to build a green roof than it is to lay asphalt or shingles on a roof, but the trend is growing. The basic green roof requires a frame, waterproof membrane, gravel for drainage, fibrous material to retain moisture, soil for planting, and a barrier that prevents roots from penetrating the building.

Green roofs started in Europe and are now gaining a strong foothold in the United States. The largest green roof in New York City is built on the roof of a processing and distribution facility. It is actually the biggest green roof in the country. Being in New York, it has faced snow, rain, freezing, and thawing. It has survived it all.

The city of Chicago, Illinois, now has more green roofs than any other U.S. city. There are 7 million square feet of green roofs planted across the city. Toronto, Canada, is the first city in the western hemisphere to mandate green roofs on all new tall buildings. Green roofs are beneficial, not only to the environment, but also to the cities that build them. A recent study in Toronto suggested that if 75 percent of the flat roofs were greened, the city could save $37 million a year on storm water management and energy bills.

Explain why people are building green roofs to live healthier lives. Use information from both texts in your answer.

What was Alfred reminded of upon returning from Queens? From the book The Contender

Hurry, and 75 points! Write a research-based argumentative essay for or against health care for everyone.
I'm on Pre-Writing. I'm fine with the draft, I can do it, I just can't do the Pre-Writing.

What is one way to edit the following sentence for punctuation?

I traveled to Portland, Oregon, Seattle, Washington, and Austin, Texas.
Select one:

A ] I traveled to: Portland, Oregon, Seattle, Washington, and Austin, Texas.

B ] I traveled to Portland, Oregon; Seattle, Washington; and Austin, Texas.

C ] I traveled to Portland, Oregon: Seattle, Washington: and Austin, Texas.

D ] I traveled to Portland Oregon, Seattle Washington, and Austin Texas.

Select the literary devices, figures of speech, or sensory details used in the example below. Select all that apply.

The man was as handsome as a Greek statue, but his personality was very ugly.

simile
hyperbole
personification
metaphor
onomatopoeia

HELP ASAP PLZ 22 POINTS

Lines 220–228: What are examples of cause-and-effect relationships that the author uses to present information? What do these relationships explain?

lines 220-228:

"Parts of India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia were war zones before
the tsunami, and these situations complicated relief efforts.
In Indonesia, for instance, no foreigners had been allowed
into Aceh Province for years because of the fighting. After
so many died, however, foreign help was welcomed. Later,
peace talks were held to aid the relief efforts because workers
were afraid to go into war zones. Groups felt it was time for
Muslims, Hindus, Christians, and Buddhists to work together
as members of a world community."